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VW Nils concept
Volkswagen’s has outlined its vision for urban mobility in 2030.
BMW i3 + i8
Two concepts that kick-started BMW’s ‘environmental’ sub-brand also stole the limelight at the recent Frankfurt Motor Show.
Interactive designers, Co and Pashenkov
Urbis magazine talks to a Los Angeles creative duo.
Alfa Romeo 4C
A rear-drive, mid-engine Alfa concept coupé reviewed by Urbis magazine.
Sibling rivalry and creative fashion
Urbis profiles Liz Findlay and Margi Robinson who head well-known fashion labels.
Pete Bossley at work
Urbis profiles Pete Bossley of Bossley Architects who dresses with a bit of wit and a lot of panache.
Couture for Christchurch
Five designers have created bespoke dresses that you can bid on in our auction on 02 December.
Luxury retail experience
Black Label offers private hosted tours of Auckland’s retail hot spots.
Concept Audi Quattro
Andrew Kerr marvels at the muscular but weight-conscious Quattro Concept.
Eat it
In Issue 63 of Urbis we deconstruct four recipes, artfully styled against bold floral backdrops. Here are the recipes.
Legacy of Bruce McLaren
Andrew Kerr looks back at the legacy of Bruce McLaren.
Compact luxury
The new Lexus hybrid satisfies the eco-aware and delivers a little bit of grunt.
Australian lighting designer with a colourful past
Volker Haug is one of Australia’s most innovative and experimental lighting designers with a colourful past that influences his quirky pieces.
More from the London Design Festival
This festival is an explosion of exhibitions, lectures, products and installations.
Latest designs from Rotterdam
Object Rotterdam covers everything from contemporary jewellery to tablecloths and rugs.
Hot design releases from Paris
The latest issue of Urbis features top releases from Maison & Objet.
Cocktails with Quina Fina
We put the spotlight on the cool style of New Zealand-made tonic water Quina Fina. Here are the founder’s best drink recipes.
Designs that changed our world
A selection of some of the designs that changed our world.
Serving suggestions
From pouring drinks to tossing the salad, Urbis serves up a selection of serving vessels that bring style as well as utility to the table.
Transition fashion
Materiality and form are highlighted in fashion that changes from summer to winter.